Grave of the Fireflies

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In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.

Tagline

“Why do fireflies have to die so soon?”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Animation, Drama, War

Director

Isao Takahata

Original Language

JA

What is Grave of the Fireflies about?

In the final months of World War II, 14-year-old Seita and his sister Setsuko are orphaned when their mother is killed during an air raid in Kobe, Japan. After a falling out with their aunt, they move into an abandoned bomb shelter. With no surviving relatives and their emergency rations depleted, Seita and Setsuko struggle to survive.

Who directed Grave of the Fireflies?

Grave of the Fireflies was directed by Isao Takahata.

When was Grave of the Fireflies released?

Grave of the Fireflies was released on April 16, 1988.

How long is Grave of the Fireflies?

Grave of the Fireflies has a runtime of 1h 29m.

Where can I track Grave of the Fireflies?

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